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CCSO: Inmate assaults Carrizales Rucker detention officer
OLMITO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Carrizales Rucker Detention Center in reference to an inmate assaulting a detention officer. Upon arrival, Deputies were informed by jail staff that inmate, Jose Anthony Dominguez was having his shackles removed by detention officers when he suddenly turned around and began swinging punches at the […]
CCSO: Man arrested for shooting firearm towards ocean
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A man was arrested after shooting his gun toward the ocean, authorities say. At 3:15 a.m. on Friday, Cameron County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Beach Access 6 in reference to a man discharging his gun. Deputies made contact with County Park Rangers who had already detained the man. The […]
Counties ready with disaster declaration orders
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The state has issued a disaster declaration for Cameron, Hidalgo, Willacy and Starr Counties ahead of Beryl’s impact. Officials say this declaration is necessary to move and prepare resources for any potential emergencies. These orders allow agencies to prepare volunteers and staff before a disaster happens. In Cameron County, officials say […]
CCSO search for 2 men wanted for 2021 murder
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Cameron County Sheriff’s Office is searching for two men wanted for murder. On Friday, May 21, 2021, deputies discovered the body of 42-year-old Genaro Urbano Castillo inside a residence in Cameron Park. According to a release from the Cameron County Sheriff’s Office, Castillo was found with multiple gunshot wounds throughout […]
Beryl Brings Tropical Watches to the Valley
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Tropical Storm Beryl has emerged into the Bay of Campeche. It is expected to restrengthen to Hurricane status by Sunday afternoon. The latest Cone of Uncertainty from the National Hurricane Center has shifted even further east, indicating the storm will likely make landfall north of the Valley.
One Shark Attacks 4 People In Texas 4th Of July Bloodbath
An abnormal disaster took place on the 4th of July on the South Padre Island in Texas. In the span of two hours, a shark managed to attack four beachgoers. One woman had a chunk taken out of her calf from the shark biting her. Another man was dragged under the water and bitten, causing him to quickly be taken to the hospital.
Preparations underway on the coast as Beryl steers towards Texas
As Hurricane Beryl made its way through Quintana Roo and the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico Friday, Laguna Madre area communities prepared for what is shaping to be a strong storm. “I don’t think it’ll be too bad, because I’ve lived here in the Valley my entire life, but it’s better...
Valley counties enter disaster declarations ahead of storm
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Valley counties have entered disaster declarations following the threat of severe weather this weekend. According to Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino Jr., the disaster declaration for the county went into effect July 3. “Hurricane Beryl poses a threat of imminent disaster, including widespread and severe property damage, injury and loss of […]
Local expert speaks on food, water safety ahead of storm
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — South Texas Health System is informing the public on food and water safety in anticipation of possible power outages from the potential storm. Many goods like medicine and meat are perishable and can put families at risk if they lose refrigeration. Doctor Michael Menowsky with STHS says the refrigerator door should […]
CCSO, PBC enter agreement for inmate mental health treatment
CAMERON COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Cameron County Sheriff’s Office has entered an agreement with Planned Behavioral Center to make mental health treatment more accessible for inmates. The agreement aims to provide treatment for inmates battling unresolved mental health issues, thus keeping them out of jail facilities. Many inmates are homeless and are unable to […]
Cameron County releases statement on SPI shark attacks
CAMERON COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. has released a statement regarding the July 4 shark attacks on South Padre Island. The release is requesting beachgoers and swimmers take precautions when going to the beach and entering the water due to two shark bite incidents and two additional encounters. “The County […]
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